Product classification
HS code for Mixed xylenes: 2902.44
Cyclic hydrocarbons, mixed xylene isomers.
Classification of mixed xylenes under HS 2902.44
Mixed xylenes are classified under HS code 2902.44 as they are defined as cyclic hydrocarbons consisting of a mixture of xylene isomers. Chapter 29 covers organic chemicals, and heading 2902 is reserved for cyclic hydrocarbons. Within this heading, the 2902.4x series specifically deals with xylenes. Subheading 2902.44 is the designated code for mixtures of ortho-, meta-, and para-xylene isomers. These chemicals are typically derived from petroleum or coal tar through distillation and catalytic reforming processes. For a product to be classified under 2902.44, it must meet the purity standards for chemically defined organic compounds. This means the product must be a single chemical identity or a mixture of isomers of the same chemical. If the product is a crude mixture with lower purity levels, typically containing less than 95% by weight of xylene isomers, it may be classified under Chapter 27. The distinction between Chapter 27 (mineral fuels) and Chapter 29 (organic chemicals) is a critical aspect of chemical classification, often depending on the distillation range and the concentration of the aromatic constituents. This code is essential for industrial solvents and chemical intermediates used in the production of polymers and fibers.
- Covers
- Commercial Xylol: A mixture of xylene isomers used as a solvent in the printing, rubber, and leather industries.
- Isomer Mixtures: Blends of o-xylene, m-xylene, and p-xylene intended for chemical synthesis.
- High-Purity Mixed Xylenes: Chemical grade mixtures used as feedstocks for terephthalic acid production.
- Solvent Grade Xylene: Mixtures meeting the specific purity requirements of Chapter 29.
- Also under 2902.44
- Shell Chemicals mixed xylenes
- ExxonMobil Chemical mixed xylenes
- TotalEnergies mixed xylenes
- Valero Energy mixed xylenes
Codes often confused with 2902.44
Common mistake. Mixed xylenes are often confused with HS code 2707.30. Code 2707.30 is used for xylols or xylenes that are less pure and are obtained from the distillation of high-temperature coal tar or similar processes where the aromatic constituents exceed the non-aromatic constituents by weight, but do not meet the "chemically defined" criteria of Chapter 29. Another common error is using 2902.41, 2902.42, or 2902.43, which are reserved for pure individual isomers (ortho, meta, and para respectively).
Top exporters and importers of HS 290244 (the code used for mixed xylenes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 290244 (the code used for mixed xylenes) in UN Comtrade data was Israel, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 46% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 290244, not only mixed xylenes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Israel $63M 25% of world exports
- 2 United States $61M 24% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $35M 14% of world exports
World total: $251M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $186M 46% of world imports
- 2 United States $40M 10% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $24M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $401M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for mixed xylenes
Brazil classifies mixed xylenes under NCM 2902.44.00: HS 2902.44 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about mixed xylenes
What is the HS code for Mixed xylenes?
The HS code for Mixed xylenes is 290244 (Cyclic hydrocarbons; mixed xylene isomers). The standard HS code for chemically defined mixed xylene isomers is 2902.44. This applies to mixtures of the three isomers used in industrial applications.
How do I classify Mixed xylenes for customs?
Mixed xylenes is classified under HS code 290244 — Cyclic hydrocarbons; mixed xylene isomers. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How does purity affect the classification of xylenes?
Purity is the deciding factor between Chapter 27 and Chapter 29. If the mixture is a crude petroleum distillate, it falls under 2707.30; if it is a refined chemical mixture of isomers, it falls under 2902.44.
Which countries are the top exporters of mixed xylenes (HS 290244)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 290244 (the code used for mixed xylenes) in UN Comtrade data were Israel ($63M, 25% of world exports), the United States ($61M) and Belgium ($35M). World exports came to about $251M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of mixed xylenes (HS 290244)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 290244 (the code used for mixed xylenes) in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($186M, 46% of world imports), the United States ($40M) and Mexico ($24M). World imports came to about $401M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Mixed xylenes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 290244 for Mixed xylenes is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for mixed xylenes in Brazil?
In Brazil, mixed xylenes (HS 290244) is classified under NCM 2902.44.00.